2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (165 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 248 kg more than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
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2007 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Legacy | MX-5 MIATA |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4032 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1255 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |